Community Engagement / Marketing Associate

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Alpine Learning Group is seeking a Community Engagement/Marketing Associate to spearhead our community-building initiatives. This is a key role in creating a strong and supportive community across our growing organization. The ideal candidate is a dedicated individual who is passionate about building connections, nurturing relationships, and furthering a sense of belonging and inclusivity among our staff and families we serve. This team member will serve as our organization’s point of contact for all community building/engagement, marketing, and communications initiatives. Joining Alpine is not just about starting a job—it’s about embarking on a journey that transforms lives, including your own, and creating a vibrant and connected community where every staff member feels valued, supported, and inspired. If you're eager to make an impact while advancing your career, read on to learn more about this opportunity and see if it aligns with your skills and aspirations.

Primary responsibilities include:

1. Create and execute initiatives that foster engagement within and across agency departments and consumers, along with an annual engagement calendar that includes key events, aimed at building a sense of community and connection.
2. Develop and maintain communication channels (e.g., newsletters, online forums, social media groups) to facilitate ongoing engagement and connection among staff members and consumers.
3. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information to liaise between Alpine and our external marketing agency.
4. Coordinate and facilitate periodic community events, activities, and social gatherings to promote organizational camaraderie, collaboration, and team spirit between internal and external stakeholders.
5. Plan and lead staff appreciation initiatives including recognition programs and community celebrations.
6. Create and facilitate channels for staff and consumers to share their interests, talents, and experiences, nurturing a sense of appreciation and mutual respect.
7. In collaboration with Alpine’s DEI Committee, support the development, coordination and implementation of initiatives and events to enhance organizational awareness and program participation.
8. Collaborate with department heads and team leaders to identify and address any barriers to community building within and across their respective teams.
9. Act as a liaison between staff members and management, advocating for the needs and preferences of employees in community-building efforts.
10. Evaluate and assess effectiveness of stakeholder satisfaction with community-building initiatives by conducting regular check-ins and surveys.
11. Partner with the Development team to develop initiatives that facilitate and encourage volunteerism at Alpine events.

To thrive in this job, you will need the following qualifications and attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related human services field (master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years F/T experience in a similar role, preferably in a nonprofit or educational setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the importance of community and belonging in the workplace, with a passion for creating inclusive environments.
• Identify bottlenecks and drive improvements.
• Experience supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives in collaboration with committees or teams to enhance organizational awareness and participation.
• Skillful at building rapport with people from diverse backgrounds, fostering effective communication across different perspectives.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to complete assignments with sense of urgency, attention to detail, and high degree of accuracy.
• Clear, concise, and professional oral and written communication skills.
• Able to read and interpret data.
• Creative, solution-oriented mindset that demonstrates empathy, compassion, and a genuine interest in supporting the well-being and happiness of others.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels of the organization and adapt to changing priorities.
• Comprehensive understanding of the evolving social media ecosystem, actively monitoring emerging platforms and trends to develop and execute innovative strategies aligned with the current digital landscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.
• Informed about emerging trends and best practices in community building, employee engagement, and organizational culture.
• Typical schedule is ONSITE 40 hours, Monday - Friday. However, flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to accommodate community-building events and activities is required.